Bourbon Vanilla – Althaïr by Parfums De Marly

Scent inspired by Parfums De Marly Althaïr

There is a specific kind of decadence that doesn’t need to shout to be heard. Bourbon Vanilla is an exploration of contrast – the sharp, nostalgic heat of Cinnamon meeting the smooth, majestic depth of authentic Bourbon Vanilla.

It opens with a radiant burst of Bergamot and Orange Blossom, like the first light of a Highveld morning, before settling into a heart of resinous Elemi and cream. As it cures on the skin, it reveals a dark, woody foundation of Guaiacwood and Praline – a scent that feels like a shared secret in a wood-paneled library. This isn’t a sugary, “cupcake” vanilla. This is vanilla at its most mature, engineered for the bold and the refined.

The Composition

• The Prelude: Cinnamon, Orange Blossom, Bergamot

• The Heart: Bourbon Vanilla, Elemi

• The Anchor: Praline, Musk, Guaiacwood, Ambrox

The Provenance Promise

• Concentration: 35% Parfum Extract for exceptional sillage and 10+ hour longevity.

• The Craft: Hand-blended and aged in our Mbombela studio.

• The Feel: Warm, spicy, and unapologetically gourmand.